Want to visit the Czech capital, but not sure when would be the best time to do it? One thing that might help you decide when to travel to and search for apartments for rent in Prague is the weather, by which we mean that knowing what the weather is like in this city throughout the year can aid you in picking the best time to visit. Whether you prefer warmth and sun, or you’re more into milder temperatures, read on to find out how the temperature and precipitation vary in Prague month by month.
- Climate
- Weather stats
- Yearly temperature
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
Prague climate
Prague has a moderate continental climate. In winter, temperatures which are below freezing are the norm, and snow is also common. On the other hand, summers are usually pleasantly warm and filled with sunny days, although the occasional summer storm shouldn’t surprise you.
Weather statistics for Prague (Czech Republic)
The highest temperature that has ever been recorded in Prague is 37.8°C. The lowest recorded temperature, on the other hand, is -33.1°C.
The annual amount of sunshine Prague gets is about 1668 hours, with July being the sunniest month.
The average humidity is 77 %, and winter is the most humid season, though the wettest periods are between late spring and summer. The annual precipitation is about 508mm.
Prague average yearly temperature
The average yearly temperature in Prague is roughly 9°C – however, that doesn’t mean it’s always cold there – the temperatures simply differ quite a lot between winter and summer, hence the fairly low number.
January
In January, the average temperature is between -4°C and 1°C. Snowfall is to be expected, but overall, there is not much precipitation.
February
On average, you can expect the temperature in February to be between -4°C and 3°C. Precipitation is generally low, just like in January.
March
In March, the weather finally starts warming up, with the average temperature being between 0°C and 8°C. Precipitation remains low, but some statistics say March is the windiest month, and while there is generally more warmth than in winter, the cold weather sometimes makes a comeback and snowfall is not altogether unusual.
April
The temperature generally ranges from 3°C to 14°C. There is more sun than in the previous months but beware of unpredictable April showers!
May
In May, you can expect the temperature to be between 8°C and 19°C, although it does sometimes climb into the 20s. May is one of the wettest months, but generally, the amount of precipitation is still moderate and there are many sunny days.
June
June is very pleasantly warm, with the temperature range being between 11°C to 22°C. Along with May, this is one of the two months when it rains the most, but there’s plenty of sunshine, too.
July
July is one of the warmest months, and you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 24°C, although, with the occasional heatwave, the mercury column can climb up to the 30s. It is generally very sunny and the precipitation is lesser than in June.
August
In August the weather is almost identical to July, but the evenings and nights can get a bit colder, especially in the second half of the month.
September
September is usually a bit colder, but still moderately warm, with the average temperature being between 9°C to 19°C. There is less sunshine than in the summer, but also less precipitation.
October
The temperature for this month ranges between 5°C and 13°C, so putting on a few more layers is advisable. Occasionally, though, the temperature still climbs up to the lower 20s. The precipitation is generally low.
November
The temperature dips significantly in November; on average, it is between 1°C to 6°C. November is also usually a bit rainier than October.
December
And finally, around Christmas time, you can expect the temperature to be between -3°C to 2°C. Precipitation is about the same as in November, but due to the freezing temperatures, it often takes the form of snow.
